Key Requirements and Skills
· Minimum Government Grade Test 3 or equivalent Diploma/Certificate
· At least 3 years’ experience as a plant mechanic mostly caterpillars
· Technical knowledge
· Problem-solving skills
· Ability to use a range of tools
· Ability to work methodically, paying attention to details
· Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
· Perform general maintenance works, repairing and maintaining of plant machines
· Major and minor repairs
· Preventive maintenance of caterpillars
· Installation and replacement of faulty parts
· Keeping equipment available for use by inspecting and testing; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters.
· Maintaining vehicle functional by conducting inspections; repairing engine failures; repairing mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions; replacing parts and components; repairing body damage.
· Making work orders and material requests
· Carrying out other mechanical duties